Institutional Strengthening of indigenous mechanisms for protection and promotion of Human Rights (Advocacy for Establishment of NCHR)

OUR OBJECTIVES

We are working together in pursuit of the common goal of a just and tolerant society, free from all forms of extremism, where citizens have confidence in public institutions and are secure in the enjoyment of their fundamental rights.

To mobilize Parliamentarians for the protection of Human Rights thereby restoring confidence of people of Pakistan in parliament’s ability to protect the rights of Pakistani citizens.

To promote the strengthening of democratic institutions, at all levels, as the best guarantee of attainment of Human Rights.

To hold the Government of Pakistan and the administration at all levels accountable for the protection of the rights of all citizens.

To combat traditions, social practices and non-state actions which violate our shared understanding of Human Rights.

To increase public awareness of Human Rights.

To promote legislation that supports the attainment of the Human Rights guaranteed in the Constitution of Pakistan and international Human Rights instruments.

To promote effective and timely means for resolving individual as well as collective complaints pertaining to Human Rights violations.

To ensure that Pakistan complies with its obligations under international Human Rights instruments to which it is a signatory.

To act as a focal point for Human Rights activities within the Parliament for the organizations working outside it e.g. NGO’s and other civil society organizations, active at all levels of Pakistani society.

STRATEGIES

In order to achieve its stated aims and objectives, PCHR operates in the following ways: